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March 15, 2024
My fellow 512 family,
This is an update on our member who is hospitalized after a severe accident in which he was involved on the ramp. He continues to be stable but is in critical condition. He has a long road to recovery, and our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. His family has asked for a stop to visitation so he can have more rest and his family can spend more time with him.
The company has started a system-wide seatbelt compliance program, which includes Chicago. ORD management has agreed that each infraction would be verbal, followed by a coach and counseling, before moving to a level of discipline. Other stations are just moving to level one on the first infraction. We ask all our 512 family members always to wear a seatbelt when driving on the AOA and at the gate areas. Also, as a reminder, all ear pods and headphones are strictly prohibited outside work. Situational awareness when working at the ramp is of the utmost importance.
We have reported issues with the ABR Rovrs. The device blinks out when changing from Rovr to Falcon applications, making signing in difficult. Please report the problem to the AA IT department. The phone number is on the Rovr device so that we can correct this glitch.
In our weekly meeting with management, we discussed bagroom pier issues with Air Lingus, including the need for additional help and the safety issue of their mechanic walking on the side of the push-out vehicle when the aircraft was pushing out. We also got clarification on bus arrivals and departures when we have lightning and suspended operations. The buses should continue their daily schedule and suspend their operation when extreme weather dangers exist.
Other items discussed include British Airlines' move to terminal three on April 25, 2024. In the summer, both Air Lingus and British Airlines will increase the number of daily flights. Farmers Fresh surveyed the Cargo area and declined to provide a vending machine, believing it would not attract enough business. We will continue to advocate for better vending machines and better selections.
On Thursday, American Airlines had a hiring event offering 80 positions and about two hundred applicants for Chicago, ORD.
Anyone who ordered a Union jacket is available at the field office, and after April 1, 2024, they will be moved back to the hall for pickup.
Our Local 512 executive board was at the TWU International office and was sworn in for our third term by TWU International President John Samuelsen. International Administrative Vice Presidents Mike Mayes, Curtis Tate, and the International Vice President Gary Peterson also attended. Thank you to all.
Sincerely and fraternally,
Juan Elvira
President – TWU Local 512
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